ENGLISH TO AFRICA -Television Health Segment Producer and Host.docx

STATEMENT OF WORK

Non-Personal Services Television Health Segment Producer and Host Voice of America English Division

1.0 INTRODUCTION

(a) The Voice of America’s (VOA) English to Africa Service has a requirement for a talent vendor (hereinafter referred to as “Contractor”) to provide services as described below. The work shall be performed on a “per Assignment” basis. In addition, the Government will reimburse the Contractor for actual expenses as stated below. The Contractor’s assignment rate shall include overhead and profit. All work shall be performed in accordance with The VOA Journalistic Code and the VOA Charter as well as VOA Learning English writing, production and broadcast standards. The contractor must request pre-approval before engaging in outside speaking and writing that might give rise to an actual or perceived violation of the Code.

(b) For purposes of this Statement of Work, an Assignment is to deliver a completed 30-minute radio airshow to the specifications of the English to Africa Service. The Contractor shall be required to complete the assignment by the deadline set by VOA.

2.0 STATEMENT OF WORK

The Contractor shall perform the following work at the IBB Voice of America Headquarters Building (330 Independence Ave, SW) or from an external location suitable to perform all duties, as mutually agreed to with the Contracting Officer.

TV Health Segment Producer/Host, VOA’s English to Africa Service

Contractor is contracted to work as part of a team preparing and broadcasting news content for VOA’s English to Africa Service. Contractor will normally have four assignments per week. The schedule may vary, and include weekends and holidays, as necessary.

SPECIFIC DUTIES INCLUDE:

1. Keeping up-to-date and knowledgeable about issues, events, and developments affecting Africa and the region, especially health-related news and developments.

2. Attending and participating in daily news meetings to discuss Africa television programming, and pro-actively contributing story ideas.

3. Producing and hosting two television health segments per week that reflect the interests of the target audience.

4. These segments must always be accurate, balanced and comprehensive in nature, and it is the host’s responsibility to ensure that they are.

5. Creating in advance list of topics to be covered for approval by Executive Producer.

6. Recruiting guests weekly for the show segments.

7. Ensuring geographic and gender balance in guests who appear on the health segments.

8. Seeking audience interactivity and incorporating comments and feedback.

9. Being aware of cultural sensitivities when discussing issues.

10. Voicing/hosting the show with warmth and humor as appropriate.

11. Interacting with guests and listeners in a professional and engaging way.

12. Managing social media related to the show (Facebook, Blog, etc.).

13. Reporting on breaking health news and features, making use of appropriate sources and materials.

14. Working with Executive Producer to plan and prepare appropriate television production elements to be used in the program (including submission of studio facilities orders, booking edit suites, editing necessary packages and footage, writing scripts, communicating with the show director and other personnel carrying out the programs).

15. Screening and using as appropriate footage, shot previously in Africa, to include in the studio programs.

16. Completing assignments and meeting deadlines. All reports must be of high quality.

17. Working successfully as part of a team.

18. Adhering to the standards and principles in the Voice of America Journalistic Code and requesting pre-approval before engaging in outside speaking and writing that might give rise to an actual or perceived violation of the Code

19. Contractor may work additional assignments to cover staff absences.

20. Contractor may travel to carry out duties. The terms and conditions of the Federal Travel Regulations (FTR) shall apply to all travel. The Contractor shall obtain prior written approval from the assigned Contracting Officer before incurring any reimbursable expenses.

21. Contractor reports to the Executive Producer on duty, under the overall guidance of the Chief of English to Africa Service, in VOA’s English Division.

The Contractor and Agency agree that no employer-employee relationship exist between the Agency and Contractor.

The Contractor shall conduct himself/herself in accordance with the Standards of Conduct rules of the agency.

3.0 GOV’T FURNISHED PROPERTY, FACILITIES, SERVICES OR INFORMATION

The Government will furnish office space, expendable supplies, and equipment (e.g., PC with LAN connection, camera, laptop, fax, and telephone) if necessary solely for the Contractor’s use while performing the work prescribed herein.

4.0 SUBMISSION OF DELIVERABLES

Deliverables are submitted within a specified timeframe. This specified time will be arranged by the Contracting Officer Representative.

5.0 REGISTRATION & SECURITY

The Contractor shall possess a DUNS (Data Universal Numbering System) number and maintain current registration with SAM (System for Award Management) in order to perform government work. The Contractor shall also submit required security documents and pass security clearance.

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EVALUATION FACTORS/QUALIFICATIONS

TV Health Segment Producer/Host (DC)

1. At least 5 years of major market or network broadcast experience with professional on-air delivery. Experience hosting a live television segment or program.

1. Excellent writing and production skills with the ability to tailor and adapt content for African audiences

1. Demonstrated ability to secure and execute interviews with noted health professionals, from African countries and other nations

1. Must possess broad knowledge of health issues and topics, as well as specialized knowledge of health topics of interest to African audiences

1. Adept at generating exclusive and distinctive content, and be able to think creatively about how to communicate that content to a targeted African audience

1. Applicant must submit exemplary samples of social media engagement and/or broadcast journalism including written copy and a broadcast news aircheck.

(no more than 3 samples)